Scout repairs state historic markers for Eagle project

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Jan 4, 2013 at 2:00 AMJan 4, 2013 at 10:36 AM

Michael E. Murphy II of Troop 68 in Cuddebackville passed his Eagle Scout Board of Review on Nov. 6. Michael's Eagle Service Project involved repairing and refurbishing the New York state historical markers along Route 209 in the Town of Deerpark

Michael E. Murphy II of Troop 68 in Cuddebackville passed his Eagle Scout Board of Review on Nov. 6. Michael began his Scouting career in first grade as a Tiger Cub Scout with Pack 153 of Huguenot. He received the Arrow of Light award, the highest achievement in Cub Scouts, on Feb. 9, 2007. After Cub Scouts, he advanced through every rank in Boy Scouts until finally achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Only 5 percent of Scouts earn the rank of Eagle. Michael's Eagle Service Project involved repairing and refurbishing the New York state historical markers along Route 209 in the Town of Deerpark. The project took several months and involved writing plans, preparation, organizing work crews, exhibiting leadership, and completing a lengthy written report for presentation to his Eagle Board.

Michael is a junior at Port Jervis High School and is a member of the National Honor Society. He plans to attend college and pursue a career in mechanical engineering and automotive design.